Should the Semi-Clutch State Be Maintained Throughout Subject Two?
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Subject Two does not require maintaining the semi-clutch state throughout. Here are the details: 1. Clutch: Pressing the clutch is the first lesson in driving practice and the most fundamental skill for obtaining a C1 driver's license. To pass Subject Two and Subject Three successfully, one must learn how to control the clutch. The clutch primarily controls the separation and combination of power. Pressing it down separates the power, while lifting it combines the power. Press the clutch quickly and release it slowly. When pressing the clutch, ensure it's fully depressed, and when lifting the clutch pedal, do so slowly; otherwise, the car may stall. 2. Note: When the vehicle is moving normally and the clutch is in a fully engaged state, avoid pressing it unnecessarily when not shifting gears. During Subject Three, refrain from pressing the clutch arbitrarily or resting your foot on it. Place your left foot on the empty space to the left of the clutch pedal. The vehicle's clutch should only be used when starting the car, shifting gears, and braking.
In the Subject 2 driving test, the half-clutch state is not always necessary. My instructor taught me that it should mainly be maintained when precise speed control is required, such as during reverse parking, hill starts, S-turns, or parallel parking, as these maneuvers are prone to errors at low speeds. When driving straight or adjusting position before reversing, you can fully release the clutch, which saves fuel and protects the clutch plate. During the test, I paid special attention to this. With more practice, it became a habit—only using half-clutch during critical maneuvers and driving normally at other times, making it easier and reducing wear.
